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International StudentNorth Central

Naperville, Illinois, just 30 minutes from Chicago

North Central Campus

Chicago Skyline

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Where in the World?Founded in 1861, North Central is a private,

four-year, master’s university of the liberal arts offering

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

degrees in more than 55 areas of study, as well as five

Master’s degree programs.

North Central students enjoy a traditional campus

experience in Naperville, Illinois, with easy access

to the city of Chicago and its

cultural, social and internship

opportunities. At North

Central, you’ll enjoy the

best of both worlds.

The campus is located in a residential neighborhood of Naperville, Illinois—a city ranked one of the safest places to live in the US.

Downtown Chicago, Illinois

Scenic North Central campus Naperville, Illinois

Naperville, IllinoisThis safe, friendly city of more than 146,000 has been ranked as one

of the “best places to live” in the United States by Money Magazine. North Central’s beautiful 68.5-acre residential campus is located in a National Historic District, just a two-minute walk from stores, banks, restaurants, parks and coffee shops. Easily reached by car, bus or train, Naperville is 45 kilometers from downtown Chicago (30 minutes by

train) and only 30 minutes from Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

Chicago, IllinoisHome to three million people from around the world, Chicago offers

practically unlimited cultural opportunities—from world-renowned museums and theaters to annual events like the Chicago Jazz Festival. Students can participate in Chicago Term courses and internships as well as outings to Chicago’s neighborhoods, sporting events, festivals and theaters. The train station to downtown Chicago is just a short walk from campus, and a 30-minute train ride will take you to the heart of this exciting city.

The Chicago area enjoys four distinct seasons: hot summers, crisp autumns, snowy winters and mild springs.

Temperatures range from 34°C in July and August to -17°C in January and February.

Shops in downtown Naperville, Illinois Chicago River, downtown Chicago

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As an independent, comprehensive university affiliated with the United Methodist Church, North Central is known nationally for excellence in teaching and for the quality of its faculty and students.

• North Central is recognized as one of “America’s Best Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report.

• The Princeton Review identifies North Central as one of the “Best in the Midwest” based on student surveys.

• The excellence of North Central’s support for international students and programs was recognized by the 2015 Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Campus Internationalization.

• North Central is among U.S. colleges and universities that produced the highest number of Fulbright students for 2014-2015 international exchanges.

• North Central is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Xiao (Wang) FrenchMajors: Computer Science and Actuarial Science

Home country: China

What do you like best about North Central: I love the small class sizes and the wonderful living and studying environment. I feel safe here. I don’t like big cities, but I enjoy proximity to major cities because there are usually a lot of job opportunities. Naperville, where North Central is located, is the perfect location for me. It’s quiet and nice—but also very close to Chicago.

Advice to new students: International Club is definitely a great place to meet new friends - not only with other international students, but also with lots of American students. Because we are international students, most of our family is far away. North Central is like our home in America. All my professors, advisor and friends have been very nice and friendly to me.

Internship site: Argonne National Laboratory2

Why Choose North Central?

Location - North Central’s safe, suburban campus is just a two-minute walk from both the train station and the Naperville city center. Our students enjoy convenient access to cultural activities, internships and research opportunities in both Naperville and Chicago.

Research - North Central provides undergraduate students with outstanding access to research opportunities - both on and off campus. As a result, we’re among the top 5 percent of all institutions in the United States for schools producing accepted proposals for the National Conference for Undergraduate Research.

Teaching - U.S. News & World Report has recognized North Central for the quality of undergraduate teaching. No graduate assistants teach here. Small classes and a low student-to-faculty ratio allow you to get to know your professors.

Support - North Central provides new international students with airport pickup and orientation, with a student mentor and a friendship family in the community. With an academic advisor, an international student advisor and a full range of student services and organizations, you’ll always know where to go for support.

Scholarships - North Central offers International Scholarships of up to $22,000 per year to qualified undergraduate international students.

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Jack ShindlerDirector of International Programs Professor of English

“We firmly believe that

one of the best ways to

help the North Central

community understand and appreciate other cultures is through person-to-person

connections with international students. We welcome you to our campus—not

only to learn with us but to teach us about the world we all share.”

What Do Others Say About North Central?

Areas of Study: Preparing for Your FutureTo graduate with a B.S. or B.A. degree, you must earn a minimum of 120 total credit hours in approximately four years. In the process, you must complete the requirements of at least one major as well as the liberal arts core curriculum. The liberal arts core encourages international perspectives and develops critical thinking, communication and leadership skills equal to the challenges of the 21st century.

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Student Services

Center for Global Education (CGE)Experienced staff provide an orientation program for all new students, immigration advising, ongoing cross-cultural counseling, opportunities to connect with both U.S. and other international students and much more. We match you with current student mentors to assist in your adjustment to life in the United States. Learn more at northcentralcollege.edu/international.

Career DevelopmentCareer advisors will help you define and develop your career goals, write a résumé, practice interviewing, apply to graduate school, or identify internships and jobs that will further your career. Learn more at northcentralcollege.edu/careers.

Academic Support ServicesYou will have the support of an academic advisor throughout your course of study. In addition, you have access to both group and individual tutoring. If you would benefit from additional assistance with your English skills, ESL services are available. Learn more at northcentralcollege.edu/support-services.

Dyson Wellness CenterThe Dyson Wellness Center is available to all students and offers walk-in nursing, physician care, counseling and limited pharmacy services during the academic terms. Learn more at northcentralcollege.edu/dyson.

Some recent honors, internships, and job opportunities include:

Kori SyeMajor: Chemistry Honors: National Science Foundation Fellowship; Goldwater Honorable Mention Graduate Program: Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Rosa MoraaMajor: International Business Master’s Degree Program: Leadership Studies Jobs: Director of Marketing, Endeavor Technologies (OPT); Director of Global Development, Teule Kenya; Managing Director, 1World1Tribe

Eduardo SanchezMajor: Broadcast Communication Internships: NBC News, NY; NBC Universal Telemundo, Chicago Job: NBC, Chicago

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*Minor only‡ Not available to

students in F-1 status

Undergraduate Programs (Bachelor’s Degrees)AccountingActuarial ScienceAnthropologyApplied MathematicsArt HistoryAthletic TrainingBiochemistryBioinformatics*BiologyBroadcast CommunicationBusinessChemical Microscopy‡

ChemistryChineseClassical CivilizationClassical LanguagesCoaching*CommunicationComputer ScienceConflict Resolution*Dance*East Asian Studies• China• Japan

EconomicsEducationElementary EducationEngineering (dual-degree)English Studies• Literature• Writing

English Language Learner*

Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management

Environmental StudiesExercise ScienceFilm and Screen Studies*FinanceFrenchGender and Women’s

Studies*GermanGlobal StudiesGraphic DesignHealth Education*Health ScienceHistoryHistory of Ideas*Human Resource

ManagementInteractive Media Studies• Convergent Media• Interactive Media

Technology International BusinessJapaneseJazz StudiesJournalismLeadership*ManagementManagement Information

Systems*MarketingMathematicsMiddle Eastern and North

African (MENA) Studies*Music• Jazz Studies• Performance

Music Education• Choral• Instrumental

Musical TheatreNeuroscienceNuclear Medicine

Technology‡

Organizational Communication

PhilosophyPhysicsPolitical SciencePsychologyRadiation Therapy ‡

Religious StudiesSecondary EducationSocial Change Leadership*Social Science/HistorySociology• Criminal Justice• Social Justice and

Community WorkSpanishSpeech CommunicationSport ManagementStudio ArtStudio Art EducationTeaching Physical

EducationTheatreTheatrical Design and

TechnologyUrban and Suburban

Studies*Wellness*

Pre-Professional ProgramsHealth Sciences• Dentistry• Nursing• Occupational Therapy• Optometry• Pharmacy• Physical Therapy• Physician Assistant• Podiatry • Veterinary Medicine

LawMedicine

Five-Year Bachelor’s/ Master’s Degree ProgramsAccounting/Master of

Business AdministrationBusiness AdministrationComputer ScienceLeadership StudiesLiberal Studies

Graduate Programs (Master’s Degrees)Business Administration

(M.B.A.)Computer Science (M.S.)Education ‡ (M.A.)Leadership Studies (M.Ld.)Liberal Studies (M.A.)

Programs of Study

Campus Life: Community

Activities, Organizations and LeadershipYou can choose from more than 75 student organizations and activities. You determine your level of involvement in campus life. Learn more at northcentralcollege.edu/clubs.

International ClubStudents from around the world come together to learn about each other’s cultures, plan activities and just have fun! Learn more at northcentralcollege.edu/internationalclub.

HousingConvenient and safe, our residence halls offer a variety of living arrangements and opportunities to meet other international and U.S. students. Learn more at northcentralcollege.edu/housing.

Dining ServicesNorth Central offers five meal plan options and three dining areas on campus to suit every schedule and preference. Learn more at northcentralcollege.edu/dining.

English Language InstituteNorth Central’s own full-time intensive English program is designed to prepare students for undergraduate and graduate degree study. Learn more at northcentralcollege.edu/admission/english-language-institute.

Some of the most popular majors among North Central’s international students are management, marketing, biology, psychology and accounting.

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Admission

International AdmissionNorth Central’s International Admission staff is available to assist you throughout the application process—from your first question to the day you arrive on campus—and beyond. For more information, visit northcentralcollege.edu/ admission/international.

Undergraduate AdmissionInternational students may apply to North Central either as freshmen or as transfer students. There is no application fee for international applicants. You can start your application process by completing the online application form at northcentralcollege.edu/apply.

Additional materials required to complete the application process include:

• Official high school transcripts and certificate of graduation

• Official college or university transcripts for all university-level courses completed (transfer applicants)

• Evidence of English proficiency—official TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, ACT or EIKEN score reports. Students transferring from a U.S. college or university may submit transcripts that include two English composition courses.

North Central can review your application based on the above materials. However, we may request applicants to also submit the following:

• Personal essay

• Letter of recommendation from a teacher or professor

Conditional Admission

Students who meet the academic requirements for admission but do not have the required level of English proficiency may apply for conditional undergraduate admission and enroll in North Central’s on-campus English Language Institute.

Student VisaStudents who will need an I-20 form for an F-1 student visa must also submit financial support documentation verifying available funding to meet study and living expenses while in the United States. This includes:

• Declaration of Finances

• Bank Letter

North Central’s academic calendar has three terms, which means you can start classes in September, January or March. Most new students begin in September.

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International ScholarshipsNorth Central is pleased to offer scholarships for academically qualified undergraduate international students. The International Scholarship ranges up to U.S. $22,000 per year and is renewable. For a complete listing of scholarships, visit our website at northcentralcollege.edu/admission/international-scholarships.

Priority Application DeadlinesNorth Central reviews applications on a rolling basis, which means there is no official application deadline. We recommend that international applicants submit their completed applications by the following dates to allow time for the review of supporting documents and the visa application process.*

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North Central has been ranked among America’s Best Colleges in the Midwest Regional Universities Category by U.S. News and World Report for 23 consecutive years.

For more information about North Central College or the admission process contact:

Tel: +1 630 637 5800 Fax: +1 630 637 5819 Email: [email protected] Skype: NCC_Admission

North Central College Office of Admission 30 N. Brainard Street Naperville, Illinois 60540 U.S.A.

TERM

Fall (September to November)

Winter (January to March)

Spring (March to June)

* Some scholarships have earlier deadlines for admission.

English Language Institute (ELI)North Central also offers a full-time intensive English language program to prepare international students for admission to a U.S. undergraduate or graduate degree program. For more information, visit northcentralcollege.edu/admission/english-language-institute.

Graduate AdmissionInternational applicants to North Central’s Master’s degree programs can also start their application process online. For information about how to apply to North Central’s graduate programs, visit our website at northcentralcollege.edu/admission/international-graduate-admission.

U.S. Citizens & Permanent Residents Living AbroadU.S. citizens and permanent residents living abroad may start the application process by completing the online application form at northcentralcollege.edu/apply. To complete the application, send official transcripts and ACT or SAT scores directly to North Central.

APPLYING FROM WITHIN U.S.

June 1

November 1

January 15

APPLYING FROM OUTSIDE U.S.

May 1

September 15

November 15